Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of and maintain a strong and effective Internal Control environment
• Perform technical accounting consultations and resolution of complex accounting transactions.
• Manage General Ledger accounting and the lead aspects of monthly/quarterly/year-end close, including preparing/reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Oversee the analysis of financial due diligence processes to suggest treatment of key collaboration agreements.
• Implement new accounting standards including issuance and updating of corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and maintenance of ERP systems, including managing accounting close processes and deadlines.
• Manage the timely accurate preparation and submission of all provisional Tax related filings
• Participate in preparation of internal and external financial statements.
• Remain current with the latest developments in accounting and financial reporting.
• Contribute to system implementations and other special projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of accounting experience.
• CPA required
• Experience with the review of the application of IFRS rules to complex technical accounting issues (including collaboration agreements, consolidation, lease, and stock-based compensation accounting)
• Strong Knowledge of IFRS
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and collaborative skills.
• Must be able to make judgment calls regarding the troubleshooting and problem resolutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task on competing and deadline driven priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Strong organizational skills and process orientated.
• Biotech experience a preferred.